SDSBBQ - How to light charcoal without lighter fluid or a charcoal chimney
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I know it's been a lot of years since you made this but I just wanted to say thank you, you saved me a trip to the store and made life so much easier. Great tip, thank you for sharing.
Sure thing thanks for watching and commenting
Same here especially after ordering chimney starter and was out of stock
Convinced this is KevOnStage brother. I see you bro.
I'm not his brother, but I did meet him once randomly in Philly a few months ago.
How do you just say you ran your chimney over and NOT GIVE more detail?! Like "i ran it over just another Monday. Whatever."
So... what... had... happened... was... it was on the floor in my garage near one of my big smokers and I had to do some work on my car. I pulled into the garage and proceeded to run it over. LMAO 🤣 true story!
Excellent tip. Now teach us how to runover a charcoal chimney 🤣
Next one that I burn out, you got it!
I started this video, went to the park, BBQ'ed, came back home and made it back just in time to catch his coals ashing over.
uBreakIt iRepairIt hopefully your cook went well.
LOL
Lmao
I seriously I don't understand why people dislike your videos. They're morons, honestly. Your presentations are great and informative. Thank you.
I know that everything isn't for everybody and I am more focused on the good than the bad. Thanks for the kind words I really do appreciate that, and thank you for watching and commenting I really do appreciate you taking the time out of your day to do so.
Fam u saved my bbq today thanks 🙏!!!
Nice! That's exactly why I filmed this video. In hopes it would help someone in a pinch.
I did have lighter fluid but i never knew how to start a fire both me and mom always struggled to get it going but doing it this way was so much easier thank you so much for posting this
I'm glad I could help. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Bro....i googled GRILL HACK and up popped ur picture...this is the BEST non fluid vid ive seen outta 87 of em, thanks, quick n easy
Glad I could help
anybody ever used a mix of some brand of charcoal and wood say fire wood? what kind of results did you get?
Yes all the time. I mix charcoal and wood chunks or spits to give me heat and good smoke flavor from the wood.
Should I leave the lid open until coals are fully ashed over?
Yes, it will assure that the coals have the air needed get ashed over fastest.
Once you get the first coals lit - use a fan to blow air on the pile of coals while you continously move the unlit ones up top of the lit area (like you do at 4:25). So much faster. I use to light up my small charcoal grill from cold to fully lit (where I can start grilling) in 5-6 minutes :)
Ride84XL I have used a fan... read me and a piece of cardboard before. I typically use the time to get my food seasoned and prepped, so I'm not in a rush.
This is absolutely the best tip I've found all over TH-cam. I'll never waste money on fire lighters anymore. (Still need to buy a chimney for next time), but in the meanwhile, thanks very much! BBQing from down under.
Thanks man for letting me know that I have been helpful! I did this video on a whim, seriously because I ran my chimney over and needed to cook. It definitely helped me in a pinch.
this is a wrong way how to BBQ...notice the edit points...
This isn't a way to BBQ, this is a way to get a fire going in a pinch.
Tell again
Fun fact. This is my first year using a charcoal chimney right now. It's sure convenient. Lol
Lmao yes indeed they sure are!
Pringles chips work well as charcoal starters. Just get 3 or whatever, light the corner of 1 and they burn like a candle
So I've heard, same I think holds true for Doritos as well.
Woah, no waayy! I gotta check this out
@@SDSBBQs fritos work too. Also olive oil is great
My wife pours the grease from bacon, fired chicken and other foods into a metal coffee can, instead of putting them down the drain. She then uses it to start fires. Simply pour it on the coals or wood, the only flavor it will put off is bacon, or chicken. Not the smell of gas as lighter fluid does.
Dad Nova I like that in her! We don't keep the leftover grease but that's a great idea.
Dad Nova thanks for that comment. I was actually wondering if that would work myself.
Yes I did run it over
I used bacon grease and toilet paper. With a little fanning, the flames were high within 5 minutes.
What would of been faster is put the paper towel underneath the grate and light. Put your coals in a pyramid
It might have been... This was more of a proof of concept than a bullet proof plan. Maybe I should do an updated video?
I wrap the paper towel use like three or 4 the long way and put it in a old jar or a bowl and some it really good then you. Pour ur coals in form the piramid an the middle of the piramid open the middle of the piramid an put ur paper towel in an d light it when u seethatis lightin really good form the piramid again brother much love from Texas good cooking brother 😋😋😋
Naw ur good all day no worries but soke the paper towel really good it won't hurt u brother it's only vetable oil but other than that ur good 😎😎
I like it
Yes Sir, thanks for watching!
Just a suggestion sir if you have a handfan fan the coals so that it will speed up the lighting process just a little but not to much because it can remove your paper towel's fire on it(sorry for grammar)
When I filmed this video I didn't fan it because I wanted to see just how long it would take. But I usually do have a piece of cardboard that use from time to time to help stoke the coals! Thanks for watching and the suggestion!
Get a weed burner and stop using fluid
This video was meant for someone who isn't as into BBQ ans you or I... and might not have a weed burner.
How long does it take before they're ready to cook? Do they have to be grey? Also...I would move the grill away fromthe house. Here on Long Island there is a 10 feet from the house law.
This way will definitely take longer, this is meant to be a last resort means of getting the charcoal started. It may take 30 minutes to get going or more. Yes indeed you need to wait until it ashes over because that's when you know it's getting hot.
There is more of an gap than it seems but 10 feet seems extremely excessive, I'm just careful with the fires.
foil tips of ur tongs while touching the black coals 😊
Hmm... thanks!
man this video just saved a night lol thank you for the video
Glad I could help, don't be a stranger. Stick around and watch a few more of my videos you're bound to learn something from the others as well.
It took u for ever to light it up next time use more oil and it will be ready in under 3min
Soul collector thanks for the tip... though I didn't want it to be too big and draw too much attention.
Ands. That’s how houses burn down. Cooking oil. He said it. Grease fire.
The spoon full of oil soaked in paper towel isn't going to burn a house down when done properly. But I guess you wear a bubble wrap suit to go outside into the world. Get over yourself and live a little will you?
Cooking oil and grease fire are two different things. The more serious concern is why don't you already know this?
😆 🤣
Oh my god this saved the night! Thank you so much for sharing! Took about 15 minutes in a 17” round bbq. Pyramid stack definitely helped it out too.
Awesome so glad to hear that I helped! That's why I put this out there.
This is where we separate the boys from the men 😜
Indeed.
@@SDSBBQs ✊🏽🇱🇨
I use my cleanup soaked greasy paper towels and store them in a gallon zip lock bags and keep it in the freezer. Just pull one out and light.
Hmm... now that's a great idea
Way to slow
Slow start VS not starting at all, I'll take a slow start.
Interesting Dash.
LOL... it is something that works in a pinch!
been doing it since hurricane hugo
Awesome!
You look like another youtuber Dane Calloway.... great video
Thanks, I'll have to check his channel out.
My mom wants me to grill over the summer so grilling can almost be turned into a skill for me but I'm more of a Baker and this video was extremely helpful and I'm thinking about starting the grill without lighter fluid since I almost burnt the hairs of my arm yesterday.....
Lol don't be afraid of lighter fluid, you just can't use too much. All you need is a splash to wet the coals, less is more and patience is all part. Don't rush it to be a raging fire.
@@SDSBBQs thanks for the advice, I want to impress my family with my grilling skills and even if I'm generation z I shall harness the power of the bbq dad to grill perfect meat
Not a problem... Well I hope that you will be able to cook as well as you have ways with words. I have faith in you!
Use wood grain alcohol or rubbbing alcohol instead of stinky old oil. Works great!
Thanks, and I have at times. This was just meant to help someone in a time of need though. I don't do this often.
Should you place aluminum foil on the grill if cooking burgers?
I say no... I have a whole video talking about when I use foil... th-cam.com/video/5y5oApo7Ke8/w-d-xo.html Check it out and tell me what you think.
what a help
Adri Ortega I'm glad!
This video saved whole night man thank you so much
Awesome man... glad this video was helpful. Thanks for watching and letting me know that it helped you.
Watching this really made me appreciate my Kamado Joe because it’s so much easier to get your charcoal going when your grill already works like a chimney!
You have a very valid point! Thanks for watching.
I did it by splitting a 2x4 and making a mini camp fire. Your way seems much easier.
instantsiv Thanks. You know what they say... there's more than one way to skin a cat!
DEFINITELY HELPED ME OUT IN A PINCH! MY GRILL IS SMOKING NOW! THANKS!
That was my intention. Glad I was able to help. Please make sure and subscribe and come on back and learn something else, typically from my mistakes. LOL.
What do you use for grill gloves?
So my wife bought me a pair of gloves that were Charbroil branded a while back but I have found that a decent pair of MIG or Stick welding gloves will do the trick and save you a few bucks. Here are some I found on Amazon under $20 amzn.to/3ln3F9I they even boast the dual purpose welding and for BBQ.
Good hack buddy! Thanks! Great trick to know when your out camping!
Yes indeed or if you run over your chimney starter 😉
Lmao! I hear ya!
Thanks for this video. I just bought a small portable charcoal grill and it's not practical to lug around a chimney with me. I'll try this method and the nacho chips that someone else mentioned in the comment below.
Great! Thanks for watching and good luck.
Hey brother from another mother if u dip the paper towel in cooking oil and u use the same Technic it I'll work alittle Beter I do it the same way but with cooking oil 😎😎😇😇
Awesome man thanks for the tip!
You are great on video. Showing your mistakes helps us learn too! Good job! Using a blow dryer helps move the air and the coals will be ready to go in half the time! xoxoxo
SDSBBQ; if you read these comments where did you buy that grill; and what brand is it?
I read and try to reply to each and every comment, I have had that grill for about 6 or seven years I can't remember where I got it from. It was either Lowes or Home Depot, it is a "Master Forge" branded grill.
thank you this was great because I typically use a horseshoe... but it broke.. it was old..lol... but this helps big time.
a Horseshoe? Please elaborate.
Man am sorry but that to much work. just light it and go. smile now
Not a new trick, been doing this for YEARS.... Sorry dude...
Thomas Gilmore Never said it was new. Just a different way. Thanks for watching!
with this method also work if I'm barbecuing with wood
Getting wood started can be a little tricky. I'm sure you would be able to get your wood going it just might take some doing.
Something to try if I’m ever in that situation thanks for that . Much love from Philly!
Thank you Sir, that was the point of this video. I too am from Philly, I grew up in Mt. Airy.
SDSBBQ I remember when you were up here and went to Pagano’s to get a cheesesteak we had a conversation about you grew up in mount airy . We have to met up one day so you can give me some tips on BBQ . Much love from Philly!
Ahh yeah right!
Wow, i tried it, it worked far better than the commercial fluid and it is safer too. Thanx a lot⚘
Glad I could help... Thank you for watching and letting me know it worked for you!
Nicely done my friend.
I am having a barbie Friday at my work and I am in charge of the barbie.
Its 2 grill bbq 1st grill for the coal and the second grill for the food but it says do not put the coal on the bottom of the dome only on the 1st grill why is this.
Unfortunately I'd need a little more information about your grill(s).
@@SDSBBQs it's a party drum barbecue made
The original BBQ Company.
Model number 342387.
OK so I think I found a picture of what you are using. So firstly, I'd call horizontal parts, grates or racks that's part of what threw me off the grill is the whole thing. some loss in translation I know, lol. So on the lower grate you put the coals and they should be slightly raised to allow for better air flow. If you put them on the bottom of the grill the ash from when they get going will put them out and make it harder for you to cook.
@@SDSBBQs
I see what you mean. You have just realised something about it from you saying the 1st tray can go different hights.
I think I've got it awaiting Friday hopefully it don't rain lol.
Thank you for your help.
Much appreciated
Sure thing, best of luck!
hey big d quick question do you charge per person or just a set fee?
I charge per pound of food.
@@SDSBBQs thank you sir
Barad bisan pag wala nang mga papel2x nimo og kanang mantika kaya kaayo nako na halingon imong uling. Basic rana diri sa amoa. Pero nindot nga bidyu gihapon. Salamat.
Thank you!
Sure thing. Hope it worked well for you!
This is pretty brilliant. I'm always looking for another way to start charcoal. Thanks
No really thank you for watching and leaving a comment.
Dude this sucks
I tell you what... i bet you it will work in a pinch though.
Awesome
Thank you so very much for watching!
But you DID use lighter fluid, from you lighter... like 4 times at least.
I see what you did there... and yes you're right... but you know what I meant, LOL. Thanks for watching.
I always light a few chunks of wood then stack charcoal around it in a chimney. It's dry outside so I don't want any burning paper flying around. Takes a little while but works great.
Yeah buddy.. thanks for watching and commenting!
I use dried orange peel.... peel orange leave on side - once hard and brittle it then can be used
Interesting would love to try that, though my wife would never let me leave an orange peel sit around long enough for it to dry out. 😂🤣
Ok cool method but it takes too long. You can use your method and buy this BBQ blower off eBay it cost less than 3bucks it will start that fire up I'ma heart beat
This was really just a proof of concept in case you were in a jam. This isn't meant to be the way to start your grill every time.
SDSBBQ it's cool though I never would have thought about that. I have been in the situation where I had no fluid. But forreal that blower would be perfect just to have in case you need it. I made a fire with it from a tiny lit piece of wood
Thanks i may have to look into that little blower
I have the same grill! This was very helpful 🙌🙌🙌
Thanks for watching and commenting! Glad to help.
@@SDSBBQs for the first time in forever my BBQ was easy to control after this video. My wife is also from MD, she said of course it was going to be better when taking advice from a Marylander. Hahaha happy 4th and thank you for the help.
@@Your.joke.is.over. Just live in MD I'm from Philadelphia.
I use to poor the grease on the coals also
Did it help?
works better with burned oil i use old oil from my deep frier
Yes indeed, the oil I used, was used.
Thank you
No really thank you for watching hopefully you found it helpful.
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Nice... did you make it 666 or was it already there?
Thanks bro, great tip.. I’d love to see a video of how you can smoke on that BBQ.. I have the same one 👊🏻
Unfortunately this grill has pretty much been retired. Smoking things on this grill was VERY difficult and because it is designed to cook hot and fast it really doesn't "smoke" things well which need a lower temp.
SDSBBQ thanks for the reply Buddy.. I’ll have to see what I can do as I don’t have the funds for anything else atm.. I’ve modded it with gasket so was hoping to try indirect smoking like a Weber?? Happy with it as a grill in the interim !!!
All of the air that gets in around the inlets is the problem. you can by all means cook indirectly by making a small fire on one side of the grill, and adding a water pan to help keep temps down as well. My suggestion is to make the fire on the opposite side of the chimney, so the heat have to travel past your food to exit the grill. If you search indirect vs direct in my videos I have a video talking about it using this grill.
SDSBBQ Great 👍 I’ll check it out. This really is my foray in to smoking, it’s not as widespread in the UK. Stay safe mate..
That is an understatement... I was there in Yorkshire last year and didn't see a single bit of BBQ. I found the video I was talking about th-cam.com/video/D4RAnOClXIM/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the tip. I've pretty much switched back to charcoal. I'll remember this next time I run out of lighter fluid so I can get my grill going without making a trip to the store for lighter fluid.
Mark Brown it really is a great thing to know. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Works!!! Thank you
Glad I could help!
Love you broo
Thanks hopefully this was helpful and saved the day!
Great to know if you don't have a chimney.
Awesome video, subbed
Thanks, I appreciate that!
Hey Dash,
Thank you for this video. I know I'll go out and get some chimney, but just in case it's good to know
Indeed it is good information to know.
Dude you rock man. Tx!
jazzz60 thanks for watching!
It worked lol I'm doing it now
Glad I could help! Stick around, watch a few more videos and let me know what you think.
Terrible
Thanks for watching and commenting!
We use a propane pear burner.
This was done more as a proof of concept that there are other ways to get your charcoal going. I too primarily use a torch to get my fires going.
Also a hair dryer on low, will help fan the flames. A lot!
So I've been told. But what happens if you are without a power source and or the power goes out.
SDSBBQ
I guess the ol paper fan method then...or one of those ol fireplace bellows if you can find one. But trust me, ive used a hair dryer many times to make a HUGE pile of red hot coals before.
This video was really just meant to be a proof of concept that you can light charcoal without any fancy tools, that being said I never expected this video to reach as many people as it has. I have gotten SO many different suggestions as to how to do it better, yours included, and I thank you.
SDSBBQ
Youre welcome brother!
Bacon grease will work good and smell guuuuud too!😆
Oh Yeah buddy it sure will!
This is the reason I have a gas grill.
LOL, but charcoal is SO much better.
SDSBBQ I think you are right. I’m going to experiment with adding coals to my gas grill if I notice the taste difference.
Just be careful... more often than not you just can't "add" coals. Maybe look into getting a smoke box to add to your propane grill.
A hair blower aleays does the job in less than 3 minutes!!!
This video was more a proof of concept. I don't have any outlets close to where that grill is.
SDSBBQ yes brother. I had both problems thos weekend lol. Lastnight in the woods... Left it there just like you... Took some old oil with me though... The thick stuff. Theeeen today, did the same but with the hairblower.
Awesome glad I was able to help!
SDSBBQ u sure did sir... All the way here in brazil
Toto Bein... Tito Bon!
Genius 🤣
Well... thanks... I don't know about genius though.
Holy shit! Mr. T showed me how to light a barbecue with paper!
I pity you fool...
well this the work on mesquite charcoal
I think this would work on any charcoal.
how long did it take
angellique c about 20-30 minutes
Woohoo.
i have always been spoiled with the lighter fluid. nice tip
DarkMufasa I’m spoiled with gas
DarkMufasa
Never use lighter fluid! Yack! 🤮
do you live on a motorway?
Cruising the Waterways No.
Do you drive a jeep?
Jared Nash Nope, no jeeps... why?
You can see your car keys
GT 86 Ahh... That was the key to my wife's dodge grand caravan.
Meanwhile u try to start the fire I already cooked and ate.
Good for you... but the whole point of this was a proof of concept to help others that may have been in a jam like I was. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Nahh. You didn't do a thing.
Nice trick too bad the grill is next to the house to burn the house down
Seeing as how I've been cooking there on the side of the house for over 13 years... nah. It's all about controlling your fire.
dont people have hair dryer in their house, i have been using that for 40 years and it does it in 2 mins tops no smoke at all....
I have a hair dryer... Well my wife does.
1. she wouldn't appreciate it smelling like smoke when she goes to use it after I get the grill going... and
2. I don't have power close enough to where that grill is on the side of the house.
you can get one works from lighter, £5 or portable fan with battery, saves time and effort...
This video was really just a means to get you out of a jam one time, I wouldn't start my grill this way normally.
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Sorry, but I will stick with the chimney. it is fast and not as much work.
Maybe you missed it but I did this cause I ran over my charcoal chimney and dind't have any lighter fluid. This really was a proof of concept that has seemed to take off. This was never meant to be a means to start your grill every time. Just something to do if and or when in a pinch.
Okie doke. Still, I think I'm spoiled because of the chimney. They are such a great tool to have and your food doesn't taste full of fuel.
If your food tastes like lighter fluid then your using too much. Lighter fluid should be used like salt.
yo man is that asbestos siding on your house?
Yes, unfortunately it is. It's fine as long as we don't try to remove it.
SDSBBQ . paint it to seal it and create a barrier.
Good tip - I am a bit of a traditionalist and have a charcoal grill - so it is always challenging to light it
I know what you mean. I did this to help others so they would know. I know I have been in a jam and hungry, LOL.
Your technique and understanding of fire is weak.
Sorry to see you feel that way. Please, show me a better way to prove your technique and understanding is stronger.
It's better than your technique which is to do nothing and starve.
the taste of greece in the food , no thanks ,
The grease burns off well before you start cooking. That was why I let it sit for such along time before I started cooking.